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News Week of 2/16/26
Zadiel Vientos and Jeremiah Schilling interned for a day at SST Rehab.
Physical Therapy Interns for a Day
The Lion's Pride Journalism Department
News Week of 2/2/26
Candyland room remix: 4th graders came in to class Friday to find a candy-filled class with life-sized lollipops and sweet decorations. They spent the day at various candy themed learning stations as they explored in true Candyland style.
Happening Around Campus
Week of 11/16/25 News
Scholar petting goat
Wonder Academy Farm Day
Candyland room remix: 4th graders came in to class Friday to find a candy-filled class with life-sized lollipops and sweet decorations. They spent the day at various candy themed learning stations as they explored in true Candyland style.
Happening Around Campus
Scholar petting goat
Wonder Academy Farm Day
Jeremiah Wheaton, 11th, donates blood during the One School Blood Drive. With a relaxed attitude, Wheaton demonstrates courage while giving back to the community. Reflecting on the experience, Mrs. Downer shared how meaningful the program can be. “I think One Blood affected me,” she said. “When I actually received a text message stating that the blood I had donated had just saved a life, it hit home. It made me realize that we are making a difference, because one blood donation can save up to three people.”
5th Annual NHS Blood Drive: Donating to Save Lives
Merle d'Aubigné, Jean Henri. (from Wikimedia Commons)
Beyond the Candy: What is Reformation Day?
Kathryn Del Rio and Ava Wilson set the snake free.
Surprise Visitor in Band Class
Avery Stepan (11th grade) remindes Sadie Marquette (12th grade) not to shop on Febuary 28th.
Economic Blackout
The Stadium, Reimagined
Outsiders
Experiencing “The Outsiders” Inside and Out
Alyissa loves capybaras and looks for them everywhere.
Red Carts, Big Hearts
Bluey: a Kid Show for All Ages
Created by Blake Vasek
What was your favorite meal?
Flag football practice, Dominic Ardolina running
The Road to States
The Stadium, Reimagined
Alyissa loves capybaras and looks for them everywhere.
Red Carts, Big Hearts
Bluey: a Kid Show for All Ages
Billie Eilish performs her hit song “Wildflower” in front of a sold-out crowd of over 20,000 fans.
Billie Eilish Hits Orlando Hard and Soft
Withered in Bloom
Protected: Withered in Bloom
A Night of Seasons
A Night of Seasons
Created by Blake Vasek
What was your favorite meal?
Support your Journalism Team: Eat Ice Cream!
Support your Journalism Team: Eat Ice Cream!
Poll: Do You Prefer Coffee or Refreshers?
Graphics by Blake Vasek
Homecoming Court Voting
National Dance Day
National Dance Day
National Day of Encouragement
National Day of Encouragement
Win or Go Home
Win or Go Home
Jayden Febres Keppel shooting at the free throw line.
Rivalry Night, Lions Take All Three
After their game, the Lady Lions cheered on the boys' varsity team.
The Start
Lions Elite and Cubs Elite before competing at FCC Regionals Mount Dora.
Champions in the Making
States Flag Football
Flag football practice, Dominic Ardolina running
The Road to States
The Creative Photography class has taken their experiences inside the classroom to a whole new level
A Glimpse into the OS Creative Photography Program
A Royal Ball
A Royal Ball
Aspen Worthington and Tristan Speciale set up the camera and teleprompter to start the broadcast. Ma'Kayla Christian tries to read the teleprompter to ensure it is in the proper spot.
Behind the Scenes: The Heart of the School’s Weekly Broadcast
Paintings from scholars painting with their toes vs their hands
Painting with Toes
Right Before Your Eyes: The Double Casting of James Trotter
Right Before Your Eyes: The Double Casting of James Trotter
James and the Giant Peach
James and the Giant Peach
Staff vs Scholars
News Week of 2/16/26
The Lion's Pride Journalism Department
News Week of 2/2/26
News Week of 12/15
Roar Report
News Week of 12/7/25
Roar Report
Every summer the senior class goes to El Salvador on a mission trip before launching into their senior year.
Sea You Later
The scholars pose after their win.
The Lion’s Roar: Sports Edition: Scholars vs. Staff Basketball Game
The truth behind Nyquill Chicken
The truth behind Nyquill Chicken
Who Wore it Best: Homecoming King and Queen Edition
Who Wore it Best: Homecoming King and Queen Edition
The Lion's Roar Podcast: Episode Three
The Lion’s Roar Podcast: Episode Three
Created for the poem by Preston Richmond.
Tapestry of Perspectives
Created to accompany the Unsolicited Advice Poem.
Unsolicited Advice
Creative Writing Photo Created by Joli.
The Fire Within Me

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